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SOCIAL CARE WORKERS Laois Residential Services Various Contracts Available We are recruiting for positions of Social Care Worker to work as part of a dynamic team supporting Individuals within the Laois Services. The successful candidate will be provided with the opportunity to support individuals with independent living skills, community inclusion and the promotion of their personal health and wellbeing. They will be given the opportunities and resources to encourage and motivate individuals in pursuing their personal interests and life goals. We are looking for an ambitious and enthusiastic Social Care Worker to support, encourage and motivate individuals to lead a fulfilling life. The roster will include days, weekends, waking nights and sleepovers. Requirements: Closing Date for receipt of completed applications: Monday 26th May 2025 @10.00am Please note that the successful candidates will be required to be available for any of day, weekend, waking night duty and ‘sleep-over / over-night’ shifts. In addition, we require staff members to be willing to work alone in the residents’ homes. To apply and for further details please go to our web page at Current Vacancies Muiriosa Foundation Informal enquiries to: Colm Heffernan 087 9810958 (9.00am to 4.30pm) (Due to the current Covid-19 Pandemic interviews may be carried out using the Microsoft Teams App) N.B. When applying for positions on Rezoomo it is recommended to use a PC, Laptop or Tablet as some mobile phones are not compatible with this software.
CHW Occupational Therapist, Senior Primary Care Adult Wheelchair Seating Services
Occupational Therapist, Senior (Teiripeoir Gairme, Sinsearach) Primary Care Adult Wheelchair Seating Services Job Specification & Terms and Conditions Job Title and Grade Occupational Therapist, Senior Teiripeoir Gairme, Sinsearach Primary Care Adult Wheelchair Seating Services (Grade Code: 3301) Remuneration The salary scale as at 01/03/2025: €63,279-€64,629-€66,021-€67,399-€68,779-€70,231-€71,760-€73,285-€74,509 Salary Scales are updated periodically and the most up to date versions can be found here: https://healthservice.hse.ie/staff/benefits-services/pay/pay-scales.html Campaign Reference CHW37OTS25 Closing Date Friday 30th of May 2025 at 12pm Proposed Interview Date (s) As soon as possible after closing date. Candidates will normally be given two weeks' notice of interview. The timescale may be reduced in exceptional circumstances. Taking up Appointment A start date will be indicated at job offer stage. Location of Post There is currently one permanent part-time (0.88 WTE) vacancy available in: The Wheelchair Service Unit 10 A Merlin Park, Galway There is currently one temporary whole time vacancy in: The Wheelchair service, Unit 10A Merlin Park, Galway A panel may be formed as a result of this campaign for Occupational Therapist, Senior, Primary Care Adult Wheelchair Seating Service (Galway, Mayo & Roscommon) from which current and future, permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part-time duration may be filled. Informal Enquiries Ms Teresa Higgins, Interim OT manager, Galway Primary Care Network 4, 5,,6 091 775323 Details of Service This role is for a Senior Occupational Therapist working in Galway Wheelchair Seating Service for Adults providing network support to Primary Care Occupational Therapists. To support primary care therapists in the assessment and provision of wheelchairs to adults with complex seating and mobility needs. The service aims to deliver a high quality, responsive service to adult wheelchair users, their families and carers. To be a resource to clients and other professionals on issues related to the provision of complex seating and mobility. To contribute to the development of policies and procedures related to wheelchair provision, setting standards to ensure best practice. To identify and carry out staff training in relation to wheelchair provision. Reporting Relationship Clinical line management through Galway Primary Care OT. Operational line management through Network 6 Network Manager. Key Working Relationships Primary Care OT and MDT colleagues; Disability Services MDT colleagues who engage with and support a Primary Care population; External Services who are involved in Seating prescriptions and Interventions Purpose of the Post Provision of dedicated wheelchair seating service in support of Primary Care OT services. Principal Duties and Responsibilities The Occupational Therapist, Senior will: Professional / Clinical · Be responsible for the maintenance of standards of practice of self and staff appointed to clinical / designated area(s). · Be responsible for managing own caseload and for assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of treatment programmes for service users according to service standards. · Participate in the integrated discharge planning process in line with the HSE Code of Practice. · Be responsible for the day-to-day running of a designated service area(s) by supervising staff, prioritising and allocating work and promoting positive staff morale and team working in conjunction with the Occupational Therapy Manager · In conjunction with the Occupational Therapy Manager, the Senior Occupational Therapist will lead service planning by anticipating the changing needs of the service and service users. · Participate in multidisciplinary teams and foster and maintain professional working relationships with other team members. · Ensure the quality of documentation of all assessments, treatment plans, progress notes, reports and discharge summaries are in accordance with local service, professional and legislative standards. · Communicate verbally and / or in writing results of assessments, treatment / intervention programmes and recommendations to the team and relevant others in accordance with service policy as designated by the Occupational Therapy Manager · Attend MDT review meetings, team meetings, case conferences etc. as designated by the Occupational Therapy Manager · Ensure that staff in the designated service area(s) arrange and carry out duties in a timely manner, within settings appropriate to service user needs, and in line with local policy/guidelines. · Be responsible for adhering to existing HSE, HIQA & DoH&C standards and protocols and for leading out on the development and maintenance of standards / strategies for quality improvement and outcome measurement. · Seek advice and assistance with any assigned duties in line with principles of evidence based practice and clinical governance. · Ensure that professional standards are maintained in relation to confidentiality / data protection, ethics and legislation. · Operate within the scope of Occupational Therapy practice as per CORU requirements and in accordance with local guidelines Education and Training · Participate in mandatory training programmes. · Participate in continuing professional development including in-service training, attending and presenting at conferences / courses relevant to practice, contributing to research etc. as agreed by the Occupational Therapy Manager · Engage in professional clinical Occupational Therapist supervision with Occupational Therapy Manager. · Engage in peer support with Senior Occupational Therapist colleagues. · Engage in the HSE performance achievement process in conjunction with your Line Manager and staff as appropriate. · Manage, participate and play a key role in the practice education of student therapists. Take part in teaching / training / supervision of other Occupational Therapy and non-Occupational Therapy staff / students and attend practice educator courses as appropriate. · Ensure newly qualified therapists have adequate induction and clinical supervision and assist in implementing annual staff development and performance review Health and Safety · Promote a safe working environment in accordance with Health and Safety legislation. · Be aware of and implement agreed policies, procedures and safe professional practice by adhering to relevant legislation, regulations and standards. · Actively participate in risk management issues, adequately identify, assess, manage and monitor risks within their area of responsibility. · Document appropriately and report any adverse incidents, near misses, hazards and accidents in accordance with organisational guidelines. · Have a working knowledge of the Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. Administrative · Be responsible for the co-ordination and delivery of service in designated area(s). · Review and allocate resources within the designated area, in collaboration with the Occupational Therapist Manager and relevant others. · Promote good working practice and uniformity of standards of best practice. · Promote quality by reviewing and evaluating the Occupational Therapy service regularly, identifying changing needs and opportunities to improve services, in collaboration with the Occupational Therapist Manager and relevant others. · Develop and implement service / business plans, quality initiatives, audits etc. and report on outcomes in collaboration with the Occupational Therapist Manager. · Collect and evaluate data about the service user group and demonstrate the achievement of the objectives of the service. · Oversee the upkeep of accurate records in line with best clinical governance, organisational requirements and the Freedom of Information Act, GDPR, and render reports and other information / statistics as required. · Represent the department / team at meetings and conferences as appropriate. · Liaise with the Occupational Therapist Manager regarding the needs, interests and views of Occupational Therapy staff. · Promote good team working, and a culture that values diversity. · Participate in the management of Occupational Therapy stock and equipment in conjunction with the Occupational Therapist Manager. · Engage in IT developments as they apply to service user and service administration · Keep up to date with developments within the organisation and the Irish Health Service The above Job Specification is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties involved and consequently, the post holder may be required to perform other duties as appropriate to the post which may be assigned to them from time to time and to contribute to the development of the post while in office. Eligibility Criteria Qualifications and/ or experience Candidates must have at the latest date of application: Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc (a) Candidates for appointment must: (i) Be registered, or be eligible for registration, on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU. And (ii) Have three years’ full time (or an aggregate of three years) post qualification clinical experience. And (iii) Have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and professional ability) for the proper discharge of the duties of the office. And (iv) Provide proof of Statutory Registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU before a contract of employment can be issued . 2. Annual Registration (i) On appointment practitioners must maintain annual registration on the Occupational Therapists Register maintained by the Occupational Therapists Registration Board at CORU And (ii) Practitioners must confirm annual registration with CORU to the HSE by way of the annual Patient Safety Assurance Certificate (PSAC) 3. Health A candidate for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service. 4. Character Each candidate for and any person holding the office must be of good character Post specific Requirements Demonstrate the depth and breadth of your Occupational Therapy experience in the area of Adult Wheelchair Seating Service as relevant to the role. Other requirements specific to the post Access to appropriate transport to fulfil the requirements of the role Skills, competencies and/or knowledge The candidate must demonstrate Professional Knowledge and Experience · Demonstrate clinical knowledge, clinical reasoning skills and evidence based practice appropriate to carrying out the duties and responsibilities of the role in line with relevant legislation and standards. · Demonstrate an appropriate level of understanding of the Occupational Therapy process, the underpinning theory and its application to the role. · Demonstrate evidence of having applied / used appropriate assessment tools and treatments and a knowledge of the implications of outcomes for service users. · Demonstrate the knowledge, abilities and technical skills required to provide safe, efficient and effective service in the area of practice. · Demonstrate a willingness to engage and develop IT skills relevant to the role. Planning and Managing Resources · Demonstrates the ability to plan activities and co-ordinate resources to ensure value for money and maximum benefit for the organisation. · Demonstrates ability to prioritise the most important tasks on an ongoing basis. · Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in response to workforce demands. · Demonstrate ability to take initiative and to be appropriately self-directed. Managing and Developing (Self and Others) · Demonstrates ability to lead by example and adapts leadership style to suit the demands of the situation and the people involved. · Demonstrate an ability to manage and develop self and others in a busy working environment. · Demonstrate the ability to work independently as well as part of a team, collaborates well with others. · Demonstrates the ability to react constructively to setbacks and to both give direction / feedback, and take direction / feedback, from others. · Demonstrates a commitment to continuous professional development and knowledge sharing. Commitment to providing a Quality Service · Demonstrate a commitment to and the ability to lead on the delivery of a high quality, person centred service. · Demonstrates innovation in the provision of person-centred care and in overcoming resource limitations. · Ensures that all service users are treated with dignity and respect and ensures that the welfare of the service user is a key consideration at all times. · Works at an operational level to build alliances and learn how to best position service delivery to meet the needs of its service users. · Is open to change and supports the implementation of change. Evaluating Information and Judging Situations · Demonstrate the ability to evaluate information and make effective decisions in relation to service user care. · Explains the rationale behind decisions confidently when faced with opposing or competing demands. Is objective but also aware of sensitivities in their approach. · Regularly quantifies and evaluates activities against service plans and takes timely action to correct potential difficulties. Recognises how service constraints impact on service delivery. Communications and Interpersonal Skills · Displays effective communication skills (verbal and written). · Tailors the communication method and the message to match the needs of the audience; demonstrates active listening skills. · Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills including the ability to collaborate in partnership with others. · Demonstrates sensitivity, diplomacy and tact when dealing with others; is patient and tolerant when dealing with conflict situations. · Demonstrates strong negotiation skills; remains firm but flexible when putting forward a point of view. Campaign Specific Selection Process Ranking/Shortlisting / Interview A ranking and or shortlisting exercise may be carried out on the basis of information supplied in your application form. The criteria for ranking and or shortlisting are based on the requirements of the post as outlined in the eligibility criteria and skills, competencies and/or knowledge section of this job specification. Therefore it is very important that you think about your experience in light of those requirements. Failure to include information regarding these requirements may result in you not being called forward to the next stage of the selection process. Those successful at the ranking stage of this process (where applied) will be placed on an order of merit and will be called to interview in ‘bands’ depending on the service needs of the organisation. Diversity, Equality and Inclusion The HSE is an equal opportunities employer. Employees of the HSE bring a range of skills, talents, diverse thinking and experience to the organisation. The HSE believes passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to its success – we aim to develop the workforce of the HSE so that it reflects the diversity of HSE service users and to strengthen it through accommodating and valuing different perspectives. Ultimately this will result in improved service user and employee experience. The HSE is committed to creating a positive working environment whereby all employees inclusive of age, civil status, disability, ethnicity and race, family status, gender, membership of the Traveller community, religion and sexual orientation are respected, valued and can reach their full potential. The HSE aims to achieve this through development of an organisational culture where injustice, bias and discrimination are not tolerated. The HSE welcomes people with diverse backgrounds and offers a range of supports and resources to staff, such as those who require a reasonable accommodation at work because of a disability or long term health condition. For further information on the HSE commitment to Diversity, Equality and Inclusion, please visit the Diversity, Equality and Inclusion web page at https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/resources/diversity/ Code of Practice The Health Service Executive will run this campaign in compliance with the Code of Practice prepared by the Commission for Public Service Appointments (CPSA). The CPSA is responsible for establishing the principles that should be followed when making an appointment. These are set out in the CPSA Code of Practice. The Code outlines the standards that should be adhered to at each stage of the selection process and sets out the review and appeal mechanisms open to candidates should they be unhappy with a selection process. The CPSA Code of Practice can be accessed via https://www.cpsa.ie/ . The reform programme outlined for the Health Services may impact on this role and as structures change the Job Specification may be reviewed. This Job Specification is a guide to the general range of duties assigned to the post holder. It is intended to be neither definitive nor restrictive and is subject to periodic review with the employee concerned. Occupational Therapist, Senior Terms and Conditions of Employment Tenure The current vacancies available are temporary & permanent and part-time & whole time The post is pensionable. A panel may be created from which permanent and specified purpose vacancies of full or part time duration may be filled. The tenure of these posts will be indicated at “expression of interest” stage. Appointment as an employee of the Health Service Executive is governed by the Health Act 2004 and the Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Act 2004 and Public Service Management (Recruitment and Appointments) Amendment Act 2013. Remuneration The salary scale as at 01/03/2025: €63,279-€64,629-€66,021-€67,399-€68,779-€70,231-€71,760-€73,285-€74,509 New appointees to any grade start at the minimum point of the scale. Incremental credit will be applied for recognised relevant service in Ireland and abroad (Department of Health Circular 2/2011). Incremental credit is normally granted on appointment, in respect of previous experience in the Civil Service, Local Authorities, Health Service and other Public Service Bodies and Statutory Agencies. Working Week The standard working week applying to the post is to be confirmed at Job Offer stage. HSE Circular 003-2009 “Matching Working Patterns to Service Needs (Extended Working Day / Week Arrangements); Framework for Implementation of Clause 30.4 of Towards 2016” applies. Under the terms of this circular, all new entrants and staff appointed to promotional posts from Dec 16th, 2008 will be required to work agreed roster / on call arrangements as advised by their line manager. Contracted hours of work are liable to change between the hours of 8am-8pm over seven days to meet the requirements for extended day services in accordance with the terms of the Framework Agreement (Implementation of Clause 30.4 of Towards 2016). Annual Leave The annual leave associated with the post will be confirmed at contracting stage. Superannuation This is a pensionable position with the HSE. The successful candidate will upon appointment become a member of the appropriate pension scheme. Pension scheme membership will be notified within the contract of employment. Members of pre-existing pension schemes who transferred to the HSE on the 01st January 2005 pursuant to Section 60 of the Health Act 2004 are entitled to superannuation benefit terms under the HSE Scheme which are no less favourable to those which they were entitled to at 31st December 2004 Age The Public Service Superannuation (Age of Retirement) Act, 2018* set 70 years as the compulsory retirement age for public servants. * Public Servants not affected by this legislation: Public servants joining the public service, or re-joining the public service with a 26 week break in service, between 1 April 2004 and 31 December 2012 (new entrants) have no compulsory retirement age. Public servants, joining the public service or re-joining the public service after a 26 week break, after 1 January 2013 are members of the Single Pension Scheme and have a compulsory retirement age of 70. Probation Every appointment of a person who is not already a permanent officer of the Health Service Executive or of a Local Authority shall be subject to a probationary period of 12 months as stipulated in the Department of Health Circular No.10/71. Protection of Children Guidance and Legislation The welfare and protection of children is the responsibility of all HSE staff. You must be aware of and understand your specific responsibilities under the Children First Act 2015, the Protections for Persons Reporting Child Abuse Act 1998 in accordance with Section 2, Children First National Guidance and other relevant child safeguarding legislation and policies. Some staff have additional responsibilities such as Line Managers, Designated Officers and Mandated Persons. You should check if you are a Designated Officer and / or a Mandated Person and be familiar with the related roles and legal responsibilities. For further information, guidance and resources please visit: HSE Children First webpage . Infection Control Have a working knowledge of Health Information and Quality Authority (HIQA) Standards as they apply to the role for example, Standards for Healthcare, National Standards for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections, Hygiene Standards etc. and comply with associated HSE protocols for implementing and maintaining these standards as appropriate to the role. Health & Safety It is the responsibility of line managers to ensure that the management of safety, health and welfare is successfully integrated into all activities undertaken within their area of responsibility, so far as is reasonably practicable. Line managers are named and roles and responsibilities detailed in the relevant Site Specific Safety Statement (SSSS). Key responsibilities include: · Developing a SSSS for the department/service[1], as applicable, based on the identification of hazards and the assessment of risks, and reviewing/updating same on a regular basis (at least annually) and in the event of any significant change in the work activity or place of work. · Ensuring that Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) is integrated into day-to-day business, providing Systems Of Work (SOW) that are planned, organised, performed, maintained and revised as appropriate, and ensuring that all safety related records are maintained and available for inspection. · Consulting and communicating with staff and safety representatives on OSH matters. · Ensuring a training needs assessment (TNA) is undertaken for employees, facilitating their attendance at statutory OSH training, and ensuring records are maintained for each employee. · Ensuring that all incidents occurring within the relevant department/service are appropriately managed and investigated in accordance with HSE procedures[2]. · Seeking advice from health and safety professionals through the National Health and Safety Function Helpdesk as appropriate. · Reviewing the health and safety performance of the ward/department/service and staff through, respectively, local audit and performance achievement meetings for example. Note : Detailed roles and responsibilities of Line Managers are outlined in local SSSS. [1]A template SSSS and guidelines are available on the National Health and Safety Function, here: https://www.hse.ie/eng/staff/safetywellbeing/about%20us/ 2 See link on health and safety web-pages to latest Incident Management Policy
Social Care Worker
Avista is a progressive organisation, providing a wide range of services including Day, Residential and Respite supports to both Children and Adults in various locations across 3 Regions. The organisation is looking for Candidates who are committed to supporting people with Intellectual Disabilities and their families, in a Person Centred, Community Based, Socially inclusive manner in accordance with our core values and ethos and underpinned by quality, best practice and research. APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR THE FOLLOWING POSITION: SOCIAL CARE WORKER Riverside/Bealach Beag, Clonsilla , Dublin 15 PERMANENT FULL TIME CONTRACT. Salary: €39,951 -€56,089* ( *LSI ) *Salary subject to Relevant Public Sector Experience and pro-rated for hours of work Essential: · QQI Level 7 (or higher) qualification in Social Care/Applied Social Studies or equivalent, the award must be considered eligible for CORU registration. · CORU recognised Social Care Qualification – list can be found at the below link:https://coru.ie/health-and-social-care-professionals/education/approved-qualifications/social-care-workers/ · Must have full driving licence and willing to drive manual vehicle · Experience working within the area of intellectual disability . Desirable: · To adopt a holistic and person centre approach to your role to ensure people are supported to live their best lives and an awareness of New Directions, · Willingness to support persons to develop skills and competencies around identified areas of interest and learning. Why work with us? ü Excellent Career Progression Opportunities. ü Supportive and innovative working environment. ü Comprehensive Pension Scheme. ü Generous annual leave entitlement. Please submit a CV as application via our website careers section at: https://www.rezoomo.com/company/avista/ Informal enquiries to Service Manager : Eilis Madden, (01) 824 8610 / Email: eilish.madden@avistaclg.ie Closing date for receipt of application: 23 May 2025. “A panel may be formed from which current and future Social Care Worker positions may be filled across the Dublin service.” Avista is an equal opportunities employer.
Health & Safety Officer
BROTHERS OF CHARITY SERVICES IRELAND – SOUTHERN REGION The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland – Southern Region is a major voluntary organisation, which provides age related residential, educational and day services for people with intellectual disabilities, autism and communication disorders throughout the Cork and Kerry area. Applications are invited for the following post HEALTH & SAFETY OFFICER Ref: 22/2025 Permanent Full-Time (35 hours per week) Southern Region – Cork/Kerry (based in Cork) The Role The post holder’s primary role is that of a Safety Officer for the Region and will be required to lead and co-ordinate the Health & Safety function and promote a continuous improvement culture in relation to all health, safety and environmental work practices in the services The post holder will be part of a team and as the services grow and develop to work with an expanded team to jointly deliver on the safety function as required by the Services. The Officer will be required to take an active part in ensuring that the day-to-day operations of the Department and their interactions with service areas reflect the ethos and vision of the Brothers of Charity Services. The person appointed should have the ability to participate proactively as a member of a team and contribute positively to the ongoing development of effective teamwork. The Candidate Qualification / Skills / Experience Each candidate for the appointment must possess: A relevant third level qualification at level 7 or above on the Quality & Qualifications Ireland (QQI) frameworkin Occupational Health and Safety A minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Health & Safety role Excellent leadership, organizational, motivational and communication skills Knowledge of all relevant Health & Safety legislation Strong IT skills, particularly Excel and Word, and be proficient in report writing. 2. Driving The person appointed will be required to provide their own transport during the duration of employment and must furnish indemnity from insurers in favour of the employer. Travel expenses will be paid at the appropriate rates in respect of travel necessarily performed in the discharge or his/her duties. The base for this purpose will be the location to which the appointee is assigned. 3. Duties The general duties of the appointment are as described in the attached Job Description. 4. Health Candidates for and any person holding the office must be fully competent and capable of undertaking the duties attached to the office and be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service 5. Character Candidates for and any person holding the office must be of good character. A shortlist of candidates to attend before the Selection Board will be prepared by the Selection Board from an examination of application forms/CVs furnished by the candidates. Shortlisting of candidates is on the basis of the information contained in their application form & CV The Line Manager will notify the successful candidate of the mandatory/compulsory courses/training which employees are obliged to attend. Mandatory training, for example, manual handling, health and safety courses etc., form part of the conditions of employment along with the Organisation’s statutory obligation. Note re Canvassing Any attempt by candidates themselves or by any person(s) acting at their instigation directly or indirectly, by means of written communication or otherwise to canvass or otherwise influence in the candidate’s favour any member of the staff of Brothers of Charity Services Ireland Southern Region or person nominated to interview or examine applicants, will automatically disqualify the candidates for the position they are seeking. Salary Scale: €46,805 to €70,421 (13 point scale+ + Long Service increment 3 years at top of scale €72,605 LSIs - Assistant Technical Services Officer Grade HSE Consolidated Scales (October, 2024) * Successful candidates are required to submit all documentary evidence outlining any relevant experience within 3 months of starting date. Failure to do so will mean that any incremental credit due now will only be paid from date of submission of documents. Hours of work: The normal working fortnight will be 70 hours. However, flexible/additional hours may be involved from time to time. Starting and finishing times will be notified to, and agreed with, the appointee from time to time by the Facilities Officer/Designate. Reporting to: Buildings & Facilities Manager Informal enquiries to: Bryan Galvin, Buildings & Facilities Manager, Tel: +353 86 7020055, e-mail: bryan.galvin@bocsi.ie The closing date for receipt of all applications is: Sunday 25th May 2025 Interviews scheduled for Tuesday 10th June 2025 A panel may be formed from this competition from which future vacancies may be filled Applications should be made online using the ‘Apply’Link Below The Brothers of Charity Services Ireland - Southern Region is an equal opportunities employer
Paediatric Fellowship In Anaesthesiology, January
Children’s Health Ireland Fellowship Program The Department of Anaesthesia welcomes you to the Paediatric Fellowship Program at Children’s Health Ireland. We are a collegial department of dedicated clinicians, committed to providing the best care possible to children of all backgrounds. We are offering a new and unique Fellowship program, offering our Fellow exposure to all Paediatric Specialities. The successful candidate will be based at CHI Crumlin, with an option of spending time at CHI Temple Street and the Irish Paediatric Acute Transport Service. In 2026, these historic hospitals sites will amalgamate into the new Children’s Hospital. CHI CRUMLIN CHI Crumlin is a major quaternary Paediatric Hospital, in Ireland, in the vibrant city of Dublin. The hospital admits paediatric patients from all age groups up to 16 years. We are the all-Ireland Congenital Cardiac Centre and the Paediatric Oncological referral centre for the Republic. There are over 40,000 visits to our Emergency Department per annum, and many of these children will require emergency surgery. We have a 23 bed PICU, with a dedicated ECMO program. We work closely and together with the Department of Intensive Care Medicine. We conduct over 10, 000 surgical cases per year, including approximately 500 on-pump cardiac cases. Additionally, we provide sedation and anaesthesia for children undergoing diagnostic and interventional radiological procedures. Our Fellowship is mentored and divided into monthly blocks. We can create a bespoke and fluid program, considering your aims and career objectives. CARDIAC Including on and off pump cases and thoracic anaesthesia. During this rotation the Fellow will also provide anaesthesia for interventional cardiology in our hybrid catheterisation suite, cardiac MRI and attend the Joint Cardio Thoracic Meeting. Surgical procedures on ECMO and ECLS maybe encountered. ENT and AIRWAY A breadth of procedures covering routine ENT procedures such as tonsillotomy to airway reconstruction. The Fellow will be invited to EXIT procedures and any other procedures on gravid patients presenting for foetal surgery during your Fellowship. ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY Including acute and elective surgery, complex spinal surgery, upper and lower limb reconstruction and lengthening. You will gain exposure to a wide range of regional anaesthesia techniques. GENERAL SURGERY With a high volume of neonatal surgery, urological, abdominal tumour surgery and surgery for inflammatory bowel disease. CRITICAL CARE We have a 23 bed PICU with a separate Cardiac Intensive Care Unit. We offer all forms of organ support including cardiac ECMO. Additionally, we provide anaesthetic care for acute and elective plastic surgical, ophthalmic, GI scope, dental procedures, and the interventional radiology and CT/MRI services. CHI TEMPLE STREET CHI Temple Street is the other major quaternary paediatric referral hospital in Ireland, located in the Georgian heart of Dublin’s North Inner City. It is the national paediatric centre for inherited metabolic disease, neurosurgery, nephrology including transplantation, ophthalmology, craniofacial surgery and trauma. There are 50,000 emergency attendances per year, making it the busiest Paediatric E.D. in Ireland and one of the busiest in Europe. Temple Street has a nine bed PICU and is also home to the Irish Paediatric Acute Transport Service (IPATS). As in Crumlin, the Departments of Anaesthesia and Intensive Care Medicine are intrinsically linked and the anaesthesia fellow will have the opportunity to work in PICU and IPATS if desired. Temple Street also houses a six bed neonatal HDU staffed by neonatology. There are approximately 6,000 surgeries per year performed in four operating theatres (soon to be five). Anaesthesia services are also provided for diagnostic and interventional radiology. Subspecialities encountered in Temple Street include: NEUROSURGERY The fellow will have significant exposure to both elective and emergency neurosurgery. Elective work includes major tumour resections including posterior fossa and brainstem, spina bifida surgery including management of hydrocephalus and foramen magnum decompression, neurovascular work and epilepsy surgery. Emergency neurosurgery includes myelomeningocoele closure, CSF diversion procedures and involvement in the trauma team for traumatic brain injury management. CRANIOFACIAL The fellow will obtain substantial experience in the craniofacial theatre, providing anaesthesia for procedures including cranial vault remodelling, fronto-orbital advancement, Le Fort osteotomy and monobloc advancement. There will be a significant exposure to intra-operative haemorrhage management and use of blood products. RENAL TRANSPLANT The fellow will be exposed to anaesthesia for renal transplantation as well as post-operative management in PICU. There will be exposure to general principles of immunosuppression management. OPHTHALMIC SURGERY The fellow will be exposed to neonatal ophthalmic surgery for retinopathy of prematurity and retinoblastoma. ORTHOPAEDICS The full range of paediatric orthopaedic surgery is performed. There is a high volume of spinal surgery for children with congenital disease, both inherited (including Duchenne’s Muscular Dystrophy and Spinal Muscular Atrophy) and those with neural tube defects. CRITICAL CARE RETRIEVAL The fellow will have the opportunity to work with the IPATS team, travelling with a consultant initially with the potential to progress to team lead for suitable cases. Additionally, we provide anaesthetic care for acute and elective paediatric surgery, ENT including airway surgery, plastics, urology, dental and radiology services. We believe the volume and breadth of our case load will provide the successful candidate with a robust and unique Fellowship. Under mentored supervision, you will gain the skill, knowledge and experience to become an expert in delivery of safe Paediatric Anaesthesia. EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM Dedicated Fellowship Mentors Twice weekly didactic lecture series Simulation participation and opportunity to join as a leader Grand Round Series Journal Club CAREER PREPARATION Formal career mentoring Participation in continuous quality improvement activities Weekly dedicated non-clinical time to support completion of academic projects Clinical responsibilities : The duration of the appointment is 12 months. Fellows will be expected to participate in clinical activities including provision of anaesthesia in all available specialties in rotation, under the supervision of the attending consultant. There is a gradual progression in the level of responsibility allowing the Fellow to demonstrate their ability for independent practice nearing the completion of the Fellowship. Fellows will complete a 8 week rotation on PICU including paediatric cardiac PICU. Fellows will be required to participate in the on call rota . Fellows will be required to engage in quality improvement projects, teaching activities for medical students and junior trainees and is encouraged to participate in clinical research. Application process: A 12 month fellowship position will be offered on a rolling basis, beginning in January 2026. Eligibility to register with the Irish Medical Council is a prerequisite, and the successful candidates will have completed their specialist training (Post- CCST) by the starting date of the fellowship. The applicant should provide evidence of their interest and experience in Audit, QI and or clinical research. Applicant should contact the Fellowship Lead via email to express their interest and desired starting date, including a well-formatted CV and a cover letter with information on how the Paediatric Anaesthesia Fellowship program would contribute to their career plans. The closing date for applications is Sunday June 8tp025 at 11:45pm. Applications for the above posts must be submitted via the career page https://childrens-health-ireland.rezoomo.com/jobs/ , including CV and cover letter. For more information, please contact the fellowship leads, Dr Yvonne Doyle ( Yvonne.Doyle@childrenshealthireland.ie ), or Dr Andras Kelecsenyi ( Andras.Kelecsenyi@childrenshealthireland.ie ).
Health Promotion And Improvement Officer
The HP&IO will work with the local H&WB multi-disciplinary team to ensure the delivery of the relevant CHO, HG and Community Health Network Plans. The primary focus of HP&I work in the immediate future is defined by four major work strands: Health Promotion and Improvement Officers may be asked to assume local lead responsibility for, or work in a specialist capacity in relation to, a national priority area taking into account their other responsibilities. They will share in the responsibility for implementing national policy at local level including taking responsibility for a specific CHN through the local teams and for monitoring and performance-management.Please ensure you download, save and read the Job Specification, Applicant Information Document & Application Form. All of these documents are located at the bottom of this advertisement. We strongly recommend that you read the Job Specification associated with post before completing your application form. Please allow sufficient time to submit your application form before the deadline. For any technical issues with uploading the application form please contact Campaign Lead, Alexandria.OBrien@hse.ie
Care Worker
Location: Kirk House, 110 King’s Road, Belfast BT5 7BX Salary: £12.374 per hour Contract: Permanent Work hours: As and when required Please note we do not offer sponsorship for these roles. Belfast Central Mission (BCM) is an award-winning leading charity with social care projects and social enterprises across Northern Ireland. With over 300 staff and volunteers delivering services across Northern Ireland to support people at their point of need. Kirk House is “Housing with Care” facility in which independence, freedom of choice, self-esteem and dignity are respected and promoted. Residents are supported to maintain links with their family and local community; and the level of care each receives is tailored to meet their individual needs. Kirk House is situated in landscaped grounds, it comprises of 42 individual flatlets, four of which are designed for couples and two for disabled residents. On wing provides safe and supportive accommodation for nine residents with dementia, providing a pioneering approach to dementia design with a homely feel to make residents more comfortable, independent and reduce confusion. Your new role You will work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide the high quality care to our residents. Using a person-centered approach you will support a wide variety of residents with all aspects of their day to day living, including social and physical activities, personal care, mobility, and mealtimes. What we can offer you Please see attached job description and specification for further details We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Registrar Intensive Care Fellow In Anaesthesia
The successful candidate will be required to commence on Monday 14th July 2025. Intensive Care Medicine Fellow Position: Position Overview Cork University Hospital Intensive Care Unit (ICU) is seeking highly motivated and skilled medical professionals to join our ICU as Intensive Care Medicine Fellows. This fellowship offers advanced clinical training in the management of critically ill patients, providing an excellent opportunity for physicians seeking to develop expertise in intensive care medicine. Fellows will work alongside a multidisciplinary team, gaining hands-on experience in managing complex and life-threatening conditions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Key Responsibilities - Clinical Care: Provide comprehensive and compassionate care to critically ill patients in the ICU, including assessment, diagnosis, and management of acute and life-threatening conditions across a range of specialties, including respiratory failure, cardiovascular instability, multi-organ dysfunction, sepsis, and neurological emergencies. - Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with consultant intensivists, anesthesiologists, nursing staff, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans for ICU patients. - Procedural Skills: Gain proficiency in critical care procedures such as endotracheal intubation, central venous catheterization, arterial line placement and other advanced ICU interventions under the supervision of senior staff. - Teaching and Education: Participate in educational activities, including teaching medical students, junior doctors, and nursing staff. Attend regular educational rounds, journal clubs, and simulation-based training sessions to enhance knowledge and clinical decision-making skills. - Research Participation: Contribute to ongoing research projects in the field of intensive care medicine, including clinical audits, data collection, and involvement in publications and presentations at national or international conferences. Qualifications and Requirements - Full registration with the Irish Medical Council (IMC). - Experience in acute care or critical care in the Irish healthcare system. - Fellowship examination in a relevant professional body (e.g. FCAI, EDIC). This fellowship offers a unique opportunity to further your career in intensive care medicine in a world-class healthcare setting. If you are passionate about critical care and eager to develop your skills in an intensive, supportive learning environment, we encourage you to apply.
Medical Scientist / Biomedical Scientist
Medical Scientist / Biomedical Scientist- Blood Transfusion Purpose of the Role: The purpose of this post is to provide a safe, efficient, quality Blood Transfusion service in conjunction with the Chief Medical Scientist, to satisfy the needs and requirements of service users and in in compliance with the requirements of international standard ISO15189. Essential Criteria: Candidates must, on the latest date for receiving completed application forms for the post, possess: a) Bachelor in Science (Applied Science) Honours degree (Biomedical option) from the Technological University of Dublin / Dublin Institute of Technology, Kevin Street; or b) Bachelor in Science Honours degree in Biomedical Science from the Joint University College Cork - Cork Institute of Technology course; or c) Diploma in Medical Laboratory Sciences of the Dublin Institute of Technology, Kevin Street or the Cork Institute of Technology awarded prior to 1994; or d) Possess Certificate in Medical Laboratory Sciences of the Dublin Institute of Technology, Kevin Street or Cork Institute of Technology or the Galway/Mayo Institute of Technology (awarded prior to 1997) or e) Bachelor in Science degree with Honours for Biomedical science (which is recognized as a Health & Care Professions Council, UK (HCPC) approved) or f) A recognised qualification at least equivalent to (A) - (E) above; And Be registered with CORU or be eligible for registration Or Be currently registered with HCPC as a Biomedical Scientist How to Apply and Informal Enquiries: Applications for this post must be accompanied by a cover letter, setting out relevant experience that illustrates how the essential criteria listed above is met. The criterion for short listing is based on the requirements of the post, as outlined in the eligibility criteria. * Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV’s will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter. The closing date for submissions of CV’s and cover letter is Thursday 29th May 2025 at 11.45pm. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’. Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method. For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact: Martina Williams, Chief Medical Scientist E: martina.williams@childrenshealthireland.ie For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact: E: recruitment@childrenshealthireland.ie PLEASE NOTE: CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employee’s, CHI internal transfers and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the launch of our new corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey. So that the Onboarding team can confirm your start date, you will need to ensure that your mandatory training is completed at least 7 days prior to your commencement date. It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date. Below, you’ll find the list of commencement dates for 2025. · July 7th · July 14th · August 11th · September 1st · September 15th · October 13th · November 10th · December 15th
Clinical Nurse Manger, Infection Prevention & Control Department
Purpose of the Role: The purpose of this post is to lead and co-ordinate the established Infection Prevention and Control Nursing Team (IPCT) and will be responsible, with the DON IPC and the Consultant Microbiologist(s) for co-ordinating, providing and maintaining comprehensive IPC in the organisation. To enhance patient care by developing services relating to the prevention and control of infection and to assist overall in optimising quality and continuity of care. The post holder will work collaboratively with the CNM3 in the Crumlin site (governance over Crumlin and Tallaght), to ensure that there is CNM3 cover across sites. Essential criteria: 1. Statutory Registration, Professional Qualifications, Experience, etc (a) Eligible applicants will be those who on the closing date for the competition: (i) Are registered in the relevant division of the Register of Nurses & Midwives maintained by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland [NMBI] (Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann) or entitled to be so registered. And (ii) Have at least 5 years post-registration fulltime experience (or an aggregate of 5 years post-registration full-time experience) of which 2 years (or an aggregate of 2 years post registration full time experience) must be in the specialty or related area. And (iii) Have the clinical, managerial and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role. And (iv) Candidates must have complete the Higher Diploma in IPC or equivalent and demonstrate evidence of Continuing Professional Development. And (b) Candidates must possess the requisite knowledge and ability including a high standard of suitability and clinical, managerial and administrative capacity to properly discharge the functions of the role. How to Apply & Informal Enquiries: * Please note that you must submit a cover letter with your CV, this forms part of your application and CV’s will not be accepted without a detailed cover letter. The closing date for submissions of CV’s and cover letter is Sunday, 25th May 2025 by 11.45 p.m. Applications must be completed through the advertised post on CHI.jobs by clicking ‘Apply for Job’. Applications will not be accepted through direct email or any other method. For informal enquiries for this specialty/department, please contact please contact Patrice Bowe, Director of Nursing, Infection Prevention & Control at Patrice.bowe@childrenshealthireland.ie mobile 0874873005 For other queries relating to this recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition Team recruitment@childrenshealthireland.ie PLEASE NOTE: CHI has transitioned to a process of a one commencement day per month for all new employees, CHI internal transfers and Secondments. This update to our Onboarding process is aligned to changes in our monthly/fortnightly payroll and with the launch of our new corporate induction program. This process enhancement ensures that we can thoroughly prepare for your arrival and facilitate a smooth transition in your onboarding journey. So that the Onboarding team can confirm your start date, you will need to ensure that your mandatory training is completed at least 7 days prior to your commencement date. It is important for you to note that if you do not have your pre-employments and mandatory training completed in time, your commencement date will be deferred to the next available date. Below, you’ll find the list of commencement dates for 2025.
